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    Addams Tavern

    3.6 (488 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Mark M.

    We went to Addams Tavern in Westfield on a Saturday night for a date night, and honestly, it didn't live up to the hype. The place came highly recommended, which made it more surprising that so much of what we wanted to order wasn't available. We started with appetizers and a shared salad, but when we asked for the smoked wings and cheddar biscuits, two items people had said were must-haves, we were told they were out. So, we pivoted and went with spring rolls, which were actually solid for a non-Asian restaurant, a Caesar salad, roasted Brussels sprouts with grapes, and macaroni and cheese that tasted like Velveeta Shells instead of the kind of gourmet version you'd expect at a place like this. The food itself was fine, but being out of what they're supposedly known for took the air out of the night. Service was kind but slow, and coordination and tempo wasn't great, we didn't find out some of our items were unavailable until long after ordering. The atmosphere was lively, classic Saturday night crowd, but the overall experience just didn't click. While we made the best of it, we ended up cutting the night short, having one round with dinner, and then moving our bar tab to another spot to finish the evening. Addams Tavern feels like it could be great if it were managed and stocked more consistently, but as it stands, it's a three-star experience at best. Plenty of better options nearby in Westfield.

    Selena Y.

    A local favorite tucked in Westfield downtown, which always seems busy during dinnertime. I love that there's a seasonal menu that changes, and there a board near the front that describes all the local farms that they source their ingredients from. During my last visit, it was about a ~15 min wait and instead of a waitlist, the restaurant just places you in a reservation spot on Resy, so check for that ahead of time. Dinner was delicious - a bit on the pricey end, but felt elevated overall. I particularly enjoyed the fried zucchini blossoms and wings. I also recently learned that Addams Tavern is owned by Harvest Restaurants group (the same group that runs Agricola, Roots, and others across NJ), and it definitely lives up to it's reputation for hospitality and food.

    Fried Calamari, cheddar biscuits and burrata
    Brian L.

    Hospitality continues to be a detriment to their success here. With reservations made a week ago for a birthday, 15 year old looking David Hasselholf gives us a look as if we just walked in asking for a table. Clearly there are booths available to accommodate us - not just the one sitting right by the entrance. His sidekick wasn't any brighter. Their facial gestures and attitude set the tone. Our cigarette smoking server was ok at best but not very inviting. This place looks like they hired summer interns to fill open reqs. Table settings were missing, some confused looking busboy asking if we want to keep the fork. Dude, just take it and give us a new one. What's wrong with you? It's not hard. Lastly, the food sucked. I recall one take out experience being amazing but this time around - absolute garbage. Two steaks asked for medium rare and medium were nuked. They took it off the bill but it was too late. I went from giving this place a chance to absolutely hating it. Look elsewhere for a better dining experience.

    Winter mocktail special
    Eva Z.

    I came here for a belated birthday celebration this past weekend with my best friend . I'm so glad we tried this spot , as I've been meaning to for years! The place was packed on a cold Saturday night but the service was attentive and extremely well prepared for us . We had the winter mocktail for our drinks . The thyme stood out but it was delicious nonetheless . I had the chicken meatballs with spaghetti squash . It was a pretty generous portion and the sauce was cooked to perfection . We shared the gf chocolate cake for dessert . It was the perfect ending . I would 100% come back to try other entrees

    Pumpkin spice latte martini
    Elizabeth C.

    We just stopped in for a drink on the Wednesday tour of Addams Fest. The bar was very busy for a Wednesday night at 7:30 IMO but good for them. We had to stand with a counter spot because all of the bar seats were taken but that's okay. I was able to get the attention of the bartender quickly and asked what the special drink was of the night. He informed me it was a pumpkin spice latte martini which sounded quite yummy. He whipped it right up and boy was it tasty. I was a little buzzed just from that and thankful to be able to just walk home. We love Addams Tavern and will keep coming back for more.

    Michael M.

    Impressive atmosphere. High end tavern look. Waitress Veronica was excellent! Enjoyed sharing our spring roll appetizer. Had trio for lunch : salad, soup and entree . Worth the visit !

    Van V.

    Excellent Manhattan and cauliflower appetizer. Old school with all bartenders in ties and vests. Attentive. Dark and impressive interior. Expensive entrees. No one will think this is innovative in terms of menu. More of an old time classic.

    Frittata
    Alex F.

    We were coming here to tour Westfield and wanted to drop by for some food. The decor was very masculine with a nice fireplace. The service was friendly, but focused on upselling. I ordered a mimosa and a frittata. The mimosa was freshly squeezed juice and was fine. The frittata was tasty and came with a salad. The salad is drizzled with a light dressing and paired well with the frittata. The restaurant wasn't bad, I would definitely come here again.

    Cheers to my NA Espresso martini!
    TJ J.

    Came here on NYD to celebrate a friend's birthday. This restaurant pulled no stops on making her birthday and our experience top tier. They even placed a birthday card signed by the staff on the table! We ate burgers, salads, short ribs, flatbread pizzas, salmon and more. Everything was nicely prepared and it was served by an attentive waitress inside a beautiful restaurant. A gentleman in the corner of the restaurant even bought our table of 7 people a round of drinks! Who could ask for more?! Go here!!

    Chelsea N.

    Had another great dinner at Addams Tavern! This time we sat upstairs and enjoyed the ambiance. Service was well paced and food was a hit again! Drinks are strong but flavorful and I enjoy their seasonal menu

    Cheddar Biscuits with Maple Butter
    Chris G.

    Ate there last night, table for two. We got there 10 minutes before our Saturday night reservation, it was very busy, and the bar area was crowded. We were seated about 4 minutes after our res time so no problem. The food was mostly really good, but some misses. We started with the Just Baked Cheddar Biscuits with maple butter which were phenomenal. Light and fluffy, with the right amount of saltiness from the cheddar. Really perfect. We also got the Candy Roasted Squash Coconut soup, which was surprisingly bland. It wasnt bad, but the coconut flavor was hardly noticeable, and i detected no cilantro as promised. Then we split the Harvest Fall Salad with poached pears, candied walnuts, blue cheese and Rose Vinaigrette. It was very flavorful and nicely portioned. Very good salad. For mains I got the Short Rib, which is served with a pumpkin seed puree, Brussel Sprouts and baby carrots. The rib was tender with n8ce flavor and the brussel Sprouts were excellent. The puree was good too, but thete was very little of it. My wife got the Pan Roasted Chicken which was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. She would definitely order it again. Good job. Then for dessert I got the pecan pie tart, which i would not recommend at all. Often pecan pie filling is way too sweet, this was the opposite: i dont think there was any sugar in it at all. It was dry with almost no flavor, but was serviced with vanilla ice cream and a small amount of whipped cream which were both good. My wife got the Apple Cider Donut Sundae which was generously portioed and delicious! Crispy fried texture on the donuts paired with the creamy ice cream and cider caramel sauce worked so well. An excellent dessert. Our server was Danny who did a great job, and the courses were timed well, so no complaints on the service. It is expensive, at $135 for two without drinks. Mostly great, a few missteps. Highlights are Cheddar Biscuits (must try) and the Pan Roasted Chicken.

    baby back ribs and a massive loaded baked potato... was enough to take home half and have for 2 more lunches
    Nikki C.

    first time here and wont be my last. we came w a party of 10 for an impromptu engagement dinner for my daughter. we had a lovely table upstairs that only got prettier as it got darker outside and the lights were lowered with nice sized candles on the tables, not little cheap tealights.(what a nice touch) everyones drinks were generous and delicious, nice touch with the smoke at the table for the old fashions.we ordered many appetizers and they were all delicious as well. entrees were all very tasty and the prices were def reasonable for the atmosphere. our server was attentive but never intrusive. table was always cleared in a timely fashion. we def will be returning in the future

    Crispy Brussels Sprouts
    Stephanie S.

    With the number of times that I have been to Addams Tavern, I'm shocked at myself for not doing this review sooner. I remember the first time I went to Addams for my birthday, none of my friends had been there before, so it was a new experience for all of us. Not a single person in the party had a negative thing to say, which is a nice thing to feel like you made a solid choice for your group. I always make reservations online because I like to guarantee that there will be space for my party and I when we get there, but they do take walk ins, as well. They have a bar area with stools and tables, they have regular table seating, white table cloth seating, and they have an upstairs area, as well. At one point, post pandemic when restaurants were allowed to be open again, we were seated outside. I have sat in most, if not all of these areas, and I can't tell which one I like more. When you first walk in, you are greeted by the host/hostess. The vibe is romantic with dim lighting and high ceilings. There is a subtle smoke smell that comes from the wood burning grills and the ovens (which you can openly see), and it only adds to the ambiance. The closer you sit to the ovens, the more you feel the scent clinging to you, so if that is something you're not crazy about, just ask them to seat you somewhere else. All of the staff there is fantastic. They are polite, kind and are super patient with questions and special requests that you may have. Their knowledge comes in handy when you're asking about the new seasonal items. That being said, there hasn't been anything I have tried here that wasn't fresh and delicious and seasoned just right. At my most recent visit, I had the Addams Rotisserie Pulled Chicken Salad with the crispy brussels sprouts and I loved them. So good. The ambiance with the service with the food quality is definitely worth the price you pay. So, the next time you're looking for a spot for date night, girls night out, or just a place to catch up, this is your place! Pro tip: there are bathrooms on BOTH floors, so you're never walking along the entire place just to get to a restroom.

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    Walking in this place, I didn't know what to get however two employees Danny and Emmanuel not only…read morewent out their way to make sure I had a good experience, but they recommended the most delicious contraption I have ever tasted. Their Customer Service truly exceeded my expectations a place like this I'm used to getting smiles. How can I help you and nothing more. You can tell they truly take pride in what they do and enjoy seeing the satisfaction and excitement on customers faces.

    I wish I could rate this location a zero (0). I visited the Cava in Union, NJ today and I had an…read moreunacceptable experience. Worst service I have ever received in my life. One of my biggest pet peeves is people talking over my food, and that is exactly what happened. While my bowl was being assembled, I added a few items that came with an upcharge. The employee making my bowl informed me of the extra cost, which I understood completely--I've been to Cava many times and know how it works. However, as she repeatedly explained the upcharge, she was talking directly over my food and visibly spitting while speaking, which made me extremely uncomfortable. When I tried to reassure her that I understood and that it wasn't necessary to keep repeating it, her coworker jumped in saying it was "company policy" to ask. I told them that was fine and that I would pay whatever the cost was, but asked that they stop repeating it. Instead of de-escalating, both employees began laughing and smirking, which felt very unprofessional. I calmly explained that I don't like people talking over my food. Their response was sarcastic and dismissive, which eventually led to me raising my voice out of frustration. When it came time to add dressing, the employee intentionally drowned my bowl in dressing to the point where it was completely soggy and inedible--it honestly felt like retaliation. I asked if they would eat something prepared that way, and only then did the manager step in. Thankfully, the manager handled the situation professionally and remade my bowl, which I truly appreciated. I own a franchise myself, and proper food service practices and basic respect for customers are non-negotiable. Talking over food, laughing at customers, and acting spitefully has no place in a restaurant. The manager handled the situation appropriately, but the behavior of the front-line staff was unacceptable and needs to be addressed.

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